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15. If any of the conditions listed are found then the brake caliper mounting hardware requires replacement. 16. Install the disc brake pads to the brake caliper mounting bracket. 17. Install the disc brake caliper to the brake caliper mounting bracket. Refer to Front Brake Caliper Replacement (JH6, JH7) or Front Brake Caliper Replacement (JD9, JF3, REAR DISC BRAKE MOUNTING AND HARDWARE INSPECTION Fig. 12: View Of Disc Brake Pads & Brake Caliper Mounting Bracket 1. Remove the disc brake caliper from the caliper mounting bracket. 2. Remove the disc brake pads from the caliper mounting bracket. CAUTION: Refer to Brake Dust Caution .
2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 2008 BRAKES Disc Brakes - Cab & Chassis Sierra, Cab & Chassis Silverado, Sierra & Silverado
3. Inspect the disc brake pad mounting hardware for the following: Missing mounting hardware Excessive corrosion Bent mounting tabs Looseness at the caliper mounting bracket Looseness at the disc brake pads 4. If any of the conditions listed are found, the disc brake pad mounting hardware requires replacement. 5. Ensure the disc brake pads are held firmly in place on the caliper mounting bracket, yet slide easily on the mounting hardware without binding. 6. Install the disc brake pads to the caliper mounting bracket. 7. Install the disc brake caliper to the mounting bracket. REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS FRONT DISC BRAKE PADS REPLACEMENT (JH6, JH7) Fig. 13: View Of Front Disc Brake Components
2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 2008 BRAKES Disc Brakes - Cab & Chassis Sierra, Cab & Chassis Silverado, Sierra & Silverado
Callout Component Name Preliminary Procedures 1. Inspect the fluid level in the brake master cylinder reservoir. 2. If the brake fluid level is midway between the maximum-full point and the minimum allowable level, no brake fluid needs to be removed before proceeding. 3. If the brake fluid level is higher than midway between the maximum-full point and the minimum allowable level, remove brake fluid to the midway point before proceeding. 4. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle . 5. Remove the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation . CAUTION: Refer to Brake Dust Caution . NOTE: Support the brake caliper with heavy mechanic wire, or equivalent, whenever it is separated from its 1 Brake Caliper Guide Pin Bolt Tighten: 108 N.m (80 lb ft) NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice . 2 Brake Caliper Procedure 1. Install 2 large C-clamps over the top of the caliper housing and against the back of the outboard brake pad. 2. Slowly and evenly tighten the C-clamps until the caliper pistons are completely retracted into the brake caliper bores. 3. Remove the C-clamps. 4. Without disconnecting the brake hose, pivot the brake caliper upward. 5. Support the brake caliper with heavy mechanics wire or equivalent. 3 Disc Brake Pad (Qty: 2)
2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 2008 BRAKES Disc Brakes - Cab & Chassis Sierra, Cab & Chassis Silverado, Sierra & Silverado
FRONT DISC BRAKE PADS REPLACEMENT (JD9, JF3, JF7) Tip: Note the location of the inner and outer brake pads to aid installation. 4 Brake Pad Shim (Qty: 2) Procedure 1. Discard the brake pad shims. 2. Thoroughly clean the brake pad hardware mating surfaces of the caliper bracket of any debris and corrosion. 3. After the installation is complete and with the engine OFF, gradually apply the brake pedal to approximately 2/3 of its travel distance. 4. Slowly release the brake pedal. 5. Wait 15 seconds, then repeat steps 3-4 until a firm brake pedal is obtained. This will properly seat the brake caliper pistons and brake pads. 6. Fill the master cylinder to the proper level. Refer to Master Cylinder Reservoir Filling . 7. Burnish the brake pads and rotors. Refer to Brake Pad and Rotor Burnishing.
2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 2008 BRAKES Disc Brakes - Cab & Chassis Sierra, Cab & Chassis Silverado, Sierra & Silverado
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